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Cummins/Onan — Install the injection nozzle

Installation

From a Cummins/Onan service manual covering: 205D3A, 3DJA, 3DJA-1E2236, 3DJA-3E2236. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan DJA engine

Before you start

  • Do not strike the tip against any hard surface.

Procedure

  1. Clean the mounting recess thoroughly.
  2. Install a new heat shield to head gasket in cylinder head recess.
  3. Install heat shield, new nozzle gasket and nozzle adapter.
  4. Insert nozzle assembly into recess; do not strike tip.
  5. Install nozzle flange and two cap screws.
  6. Tighten cap screws alternately to 20-21 ft. lbs.

Specs & values

  • 20-21 ft. lbs. cap screw torque

Source: Cummins/Onan service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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